Travelling from Las Vegas to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Many exciting adventures take off from Las Vegas's main airport, Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS). Check out the options for booking a flight from Las Vegas to Minneapolis departing from this terminal.
Get off the plane at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). This is the major gateway to Minneapolis.
Jump on a direct Las Vegas to Minneapolis flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
Minneapolis is two hours ahead of Las Vegas and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
The most popular route for flights from Las Vegas to Minneapolis is from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). You can choose from 61 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from LAS to MSP is the 00:40 Delta Air Lines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last available departure is at 23:59 with Sun Country Airlines.
To ensure you make it on your Las Vegas to Minneapolis flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Minneapolis
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Las Vegas to Minneapolis is 61 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 122 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap Las Vegas to Minneapolis flights, book your trip two months before your departure date.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Las Vegas to Minneapolis is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Las Vegas to Minneapolis, you can leave from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS). Fly from LAS to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) without any stops.
Well-known carriers that offer direct Las Vegas to Minneapolis plane tickets departing from LAS include:
Travelling from central Las Vegas to LAS takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Las Vegas to Minneapolis? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport):
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LAS land at their destination as scheduled 82.07% of the time.
LAS is located at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is approximately 13 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near MSP if you have a late flight from Las Vegas to Minneapolis. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car and explore Minneapolis and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty and Dollar are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Las Vegas to Minneapolis. July is the busiest month to visit Minneapolis. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Las Vegas to Minneapolis ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF). Look for cheap flights from Las Vegas to Minneapolis around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Minneapolis
Start your Minneapolis trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Las Vegas to Minneapolis, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are top sights which should be on every Minneapolis itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Milwaukee is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Minneapolis. Around 483 kilometres to the south-east, top sights here include Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in United States, consider Omaha, roughly 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park are key reasons to visit.
